In the area of Feneos, which is almost identified with pulses, black-eyed beans are also produced, which are very valuable from a nutritional point of view.

It is impressive that one portion of black-eyed beans provides as much protein as half a steak. They combine two very important qualities: they are low in calories, and at the same time they are very rich in nutrients.

Properties and benefits: They supply the body with valuable proteins: like all pulses, black-eyed beans are rich in the amino acids lysine and threonine, substances essential for the formation of proteins. Black-eyed beans with cheese or yogurt, with wheat bread or with tahini are also successful protein combinations.

Ideal for a macrobiotic diet: Black-eyed beans are an excellent choice for a macrobiotic diet, which recommends eating exclusively unprocessed plant foods.

Many virtues: These pulses with the funny name – known as ampelofasoula in their green, tender age – are rich in many minerals and trace elements, such as potassium, copper, calcium, phosphorus, manganese and iron (high content). They are a good source of folic acid and contain soluble dietary fibre that helps lower cholesterol, as well as protease inhibitors, which hinder the growth of cancer cells. They also provide plenty of vitamin B1 (thiamine), which helps in the production of energy and in the good functioning of the brain.